Munich Airport Suspends Flights Again Amid Drone Alert
munich, Germany – Munich airport has once again halted flights following the detection of drones in its airspace, disrupting travel for possibly thousands of passengers. The closure began late Thursday and remains in effect as authorities investigate the source and intent behind the drone activity.
This latest incident adds to a growing pattern of airspace disruptions across Europe, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and prompting discussions about bolstering defenses against unmanned aerial vehicles.Recent weeks have seen similar flight suspensions in Norway and Poland, with Warsaw accusing Russia of airspace incursions involving nineteen drones in early September. The repeated disruptions underscore a importent gap in the NATO alliance’s ability to counter this emerging threat, leading to calls for a coordinated “antidrone” defense system.
The airport initially suspended operations on Wednesday evening after drone sightings, resuming briefly before halting flights again Thursday evening. Police have not yet determined the origin of the drones or the motives of those operating them.
The incidents come as NATO members convened in Copenhagen Thursday to address the increasing challenge posed by drones. Discussions centered on establishing a defensive “wall” against unmanned aerial intrusions, highlighting the urgency of finding effective countermeasures.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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